Run

Kody Keplinger's 'Run' is a compelling middle-grade novel about Bo Dickinson, a girl from a challenging background with a 'wild reputation,' a deadbeat dad, and a mother struggling with sobriety. When Bo and her best friend, Luna, who is blind, find themselves on the run as fugitives, their journey becomes a test of their friendship and resilience. The story delves into themes of loyalty, identity, overcoming adversity, and confronting societal judgments. It offers a raw yet hopeful look at difficult family situations and the power of chosen family, making it suitable for independent readers aged 9-13.